I knew that I was worthy, and that she deserved so much more.
I’ve been beside her as she’s battled. I’ve watched her come undone. And I’ve witnessed her becoming the strong female that she is today.
What she has been through has transformed her into fierce, loyal and loving. And she’s totally mine.
I can say she’s mine because she knows I don’t want to own her.
I want to call her mine because I love her, and I stand beside her.
I have loved watching her flourish.
I have seen her kick her demons and bury them.
And I will forever be in awe of her.
My role here is to love her. Worship her. Devour her. Give her room to breathe when she needs it. Let her find her own path. And I’m the lucky bastard that gets to walk that path with her.
Three months ago, she agreed to be my wife.
Two months ago, she showed me a positive pregnancy test.
One month ago, we wed.
And today, I enjoy the happiness that I feel. I see the adoration in her eyes, and I reflect that back to her.
Time can help us heal.
Strength can help us rebuild.
And true love fills us with hope.
Hope for a better day or a better future.
Lucy and I no longer need hope.
We’ve found our happy ending.
We are soulmates.
We are one.
Chapter Forty-Five
Taking Control
Lucy
Happy.
Elated.
Adored.
Worshipped.
I am Lucy Bailey.
I have a husband that loves me, and friends that support me. Sullivan, Kim and Jeremy are like family to Cal and me, and our combined friendship has only become stronger over time.
